#China Politics

China's 'two sessions' unveiled the 15th Five-Year Plan days before an anticipated Xi-Trump summit. Here's what Beijing's policy signals mean for global markets, US-China relations, and the world economy.

Xi Jinping vows to continue unprecedented military corruption crackdown as China's defense budget grows 7%. Analysis of power consolidation vs. military effectiveness.

Chinese military officers display heightened loyalty at National People's Congress as corruption crackdown creates tension within PLA ranks. Analysis of Xi's consolidation strategy.

Zhang Youxia's purge marks unprecedented military shakeup in China, potentially altering Taiwan invasion timeline and Xi's control over PLA

Xi Jinping's newly published speeches reveal harsh criticism of debt-laden local officials and signal major reforms to China's promotion system ahead of 2027 leadership transition.

Five PLA generals stripped of legislative seats days before China's National People's Congress, signaling Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign reaches military's core

China's legislature removes nine high-ranking military officials, including five generals, just days before the annual Two Sessions. What does this unprecedented move signal about Xi's grip on power?

China's supreme leader conducted military inspection virtually for first time, signaling growing isolation amid wave of military purges and loyalty concerns.

Beijing quietly tightens restrictions on officials with family overseas, targeting 'quasi-naked officials' whose children live abroad while spouses remain in China.

Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign has systematically removed rational voices from China's military, replacing experienced generals with terrified yes-men who dare not dissent.

Jimmy Lai's harsh sentence under national security law marks a turning point for Hong Kong's media landscape and international relations with China.

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai receives 20-year sentence under national security law. Analysis of the broader implications for press freedom, business confidence, and Hong Kong's future as a global financial hub.